A coalition of agricultural organizations has sent a letter to U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lee Zeldin, urging the agency to rely on sound, science-based decision-making when evaluating and regulating agricultural inputs, particularly pesticides. The groups emphasized that access to safe and effective crop-protection tools is essential for maintaining food security, affordability, and public health. In the letter, the organizations …
Trade relationships with Canada and Mexico have been a major topic of discussion this week within the U.S. Peanut Federation, as industry leaders stress the importance of maintaining strong export markets under the USMCA agreement. According to the federation, the agreement plays a critical role in supporting peanut farmers and the broader U.S. agricultural economy. Peanuts are grown in 13 …
Market attention remains focused on soybean and soybean meal trade volume as the week winds down, following a period of heightened activity and shifting global fundamentals. Trade volume surged to an all-time high last Friday, signaling strong interest and aggressive positioning by market participants. However, activity has pulled back since then, suggesting traders are reassessing direction after the recent spike. …
Labor, Land, and Innovation: How 19th-Century Farming Became More Efficient American agriculture in the 19th century underwent a profound transformation as new tools and techniques reshaped how crops were planted, cultivated, and harvested. A comparison of corn and wheat production between 1850 and 1890 reveals how early mechanization dramatically reduced labor demands while maintaining similar land requirements. These changes laid …
The Florida Beef Council is preparing for a high-energy month of promotional activities, beginning this weekend with a major consumer-focused event at Daytona International Speedway. From motorsports partnerships to culinary showcases, the council is continuing its mission to connect consumers with beef through creative, engaging experiences. DM Maples with the Florida Beef Council says the pace is only accelerating. “I …
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is encouraging young cattle producers across the state to apply for its Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program (YCLP), a leadership development initiative designed to prepare the next generation of industry leaders. Applications are now open for Class 13 of the program, which will begin this spring. Michael Smith with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association says the application …
The Georgia Beef Board is highlighting the impact of the Beef Checkoff program during CattleCon 26, focusing on how producer-funded efforts are delivering real results for the beef industry. During the event, the Georgia Beef Board and the Cattlemen’s Beef Board shared updates showing that the Beef Checkoff continues to strengthen demand, expand education, and generate measurable returns for cattle …
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced what it calls the “strongest protections in agency history” for the over-the-top (OTT) application of dicamba on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybean crops. The new regulatory framework introduces tighter controls while maintaining access to a tool many farmers say is critical for combating herbicide-resistant weeds. According to an EPA press release, “President Trump …
The National Peanut Buying Bonds Association (NPBBA) will hold its annual meeting February 12 through February 15 in Louisville, Kentucky, bringing together industry leaders to discuss current challenges and future opportunities across the peanut sector. This year’s meeting theme, From Setback to Comeback: The Power of the Peanut Industry, reflects both recent obstacles and the industry’s outlook moving forward. The …
Each year, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) recognizes cattle operations across the country that demonstrate outstanding stewardship practices and long-term conservation efforts. For 2026, M&D Overstreet Ranch of Kathleen, Florida was selected as the Region II winner, highlighting decades of commitment to land preservation, wildlife habitat, and responsible cattle production. The Overstreet Ranch story stretches back generations. Ranch owner …
